Maple Mulled Cider - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 quart fresh apple cider
1/2 cup maple syrup
4 cinnamon sticks
10 allspice berries
1 orange, zest of, removed with a vegetable peeler
1/2 cup dark rum (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan, stir together all of the ingredients. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat to simmer for 10 minutes. Serve hot.